Matthew J. Cochran

Matthew J. Cochran is a devoted father of three and Marine (1998-2003) who finds his calling in leading people into a deeper relationship with God through Jesus Christ. His approach to this is two-fold: shine light on the supremacy of Christ through the Gospel and lead others to trust God in all things.

Matt has served in children’s ministry, new believers’ ministry, and young adults ministry over the years. His experience leading Marines, helping to plant new churches and with discipling young people has allowed the Spirit to open Matt's eyes to the need for servant leadership and helping others to serve Christ with compassion. He’s passionate about being a dad, eating great food, and spending time with the love of his life, Sarah.

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My mom used to say that who I spent my time with mattered, but I didn’t always believe her. Now I get it and we’re going to discuss the importance of choosing who you trust in your inner circle.
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It’s become cliche to talk about your “why,” but we’re going to do it anyway. Why are you doing what you’re doing? What drives you? What is your focus in 2017?
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Sticking with the theme of talking about the new year, this go around I’m focusing on the podcast and where I see this going.
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Reflecting back on 2016, it was a pretty great year. Maybe not for celebrities, but nevertheless, my life was good.
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2016 flew by. Now it’s time to look ahead and decide on what really matters going forward. If you’re interested in hearing more about good changes for the new year, check out the podcast I did with my wife about unplugging.
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It’s time to deal with my obsession. Politics can easily take over my life, and I’m going to cut it out for a while so I can focus on more important things.
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Waiting can be one of the hardest things we’re asked to do. How do you deal with the times of limbo in your life?
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The holiday season can be difficult for many, not such a joyous time. Even Christians aren’t exempt from feelings of sadness or depression. There is hope, though.
Wyatt McIntyre is the author of Coping Through Christianity, a great resource for believers who struggle with anxiety and depression. You can find Wyatt and his book by following the links below.
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I recently got a gift card for my birthday, and I just couldn’t figure out what I really wanted to buy with it. Do you ever have that problem? What is it you really want? Let’s talk about it.
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Loyal listeners, I’ll be doing podcast episodes more frequently, however many of them will be recorded via my phone. It’s a busy season in my life, and I’d like to stay connected to you despite that. If that takes recording with less quality, then I’m going to accept it and move forward.
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Chris McCallus, a Tactical Dad, joins MJC this week to talk about being active with your kids and how to keep them engaged. Chris is a former soldier with a tender side to all of his toughness.
Chris talks about “knighting” his kids as they ascend to adulthood. Find out more about that concept in Robert Lewis’ book Raising a Modern Day Knight, available on Amazon.
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This week I’m doing a Tactical Dads segment with my old friend, Ryan Walker. Ryan is the father of three girls, and he’s got the difficult task of staying close to them all because they don’t live with him. Ryan spoke about traditions, ways to stay connected, and a whole bunch of other stuff.
If you’re in the Sarasota or Bradenton area and need pool service, Ryan’s your guy. Find him at http://www.poollife941.com/.
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God has made everything beautiful in its time. What season are you in right now?
Books mentioned in this episode: Every Good Endeavor by Timothy Keller
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1These are the words of the Teacher, King David’s son, who ruled in Jerusalem. Everything Is Meaningless 2“Everything is meaningless,” says the Teacher, “completely meaningless!” 3What do people get for all their hard work under the sun? 4Generations come and generations go, but the earth never changes. 5The sun rises and the sun sets, then hurries around to rise again. 6The wind blows south, and then turns north. Around and around it goes, blowing in circles.7Rivers run into the sea, but t

Matt welcomes Walter Eggers to the podcast to discuss We Rad Dads, a community of fathers built with the intention of sharing resources, stories, and hope.
In this episode we discuss the need for a community of dads, the purpose of fatherhood, and where pain can take us in life.
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https://www.facebook.com/groups/weraddads/
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Matt and Sarah discuss the differing needs that men and women have in relationships and how we should all be lifelong students of each other.
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I recruited my son, Hank, to do a podcast with me. We discussed his favorite books and movies, Star Wars quotes, and JOHN CENA!
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Psalm 95:7-8English Standard Version (ESV)
7 For he is our God, and we are the people of his pasture, and the sheep of his hand. Today, if you hear his voice, 8 do not harden your hearts, as at Meribah, as on the day at Massah in the wilderness,
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Matt and Sarah discuss the very bad advice they’ve been given (and have given themselves) by church folk. From dating to grieving, we’ve heard some nonsense.
What’s the worst church advice you’ve ever gotten or given? Share it on social media with the hashtag #badchurchadvice.
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Today’s Faith in Fatherhood podcast features Rocco DeLeo from The Real Dad Show. We talk forgiveness, the struggles associated with being dads who podcast, and how our lives have been changed by Jesus Christ.
You can find Rocco at http://www.roccodeleo.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/Roccoadeleo/?fref=ts
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In the inaugural episode of The Lampstand, host Matthew J. Cochran and his recurring guest, Jeremy Bunge, address some arguments made by Republicans in regards to the decriminalization of drugs and prostitution, pro-choice candidates, gambling, and of course, gay marriage.
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Matt asks why the Libertarian Party is squandering an opportunity being given to them.
Be sure to read Wyatt McIntyre’s post on the subject at https://fragilefreedom.com/2016/06/06/not-ready-for-prime-time/

Matt Cochran – Sun, Jul 06, 2014 at Christ Fellowship of Tampa
Philippians 2:1-16 (ESV)
1So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, 2complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. 3Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. 4Let each of you look not only to his own interests

Matt Cochran – Sun, Jun 22, 2014 at Christ Fellowship of Tampa
1 Corinthians 4:4-13
4 Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant 5or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; 6it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. 7Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. 8Love never ends. As for prophecies, they will pass away; as for tongues, they will cease; as